Light Cajun Shrimp Alfredo Recipe

Name: Light Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces spaghetti or 12 ounces fettuccine; 2 cups low fat cottage cheese; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated; ½ cup low-fat milk; 2 eggs; 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, without tails; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon pepper; ½ cup fresh parsley or ½ cup basil, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil; 8 ounces sliced mushrooms; 1 cup tomatoes, diced; 1 cup onion; 2 tablespoons tony's creole seasoning; 2 teaspoons garlic powder

Servings: persons

12 ounces spaghetti or 12 ounces fettuccine
2 cups low fat cottage cheese
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ cup low-fat milk
2 eggs
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, without tails
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup fresh parsley or ½ cup basil, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 cup onion
2 tablespoons tony's creole seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder

1
In a large opt of boiling water, cook fettuccine until tender but firm, drain and return to saucepan.
2
Meanwhile, in a food processor, process cottage cheese until smooth.
3
Add parmesan cheese, milk, egg, nutmeg and pepper; blend until smooth.
4
Set aside.
5
Toss the shrimp in 1 tbsp of the Creole Seasoning, set aside.
6
Heat skillet with olive oil.
7
Add the mushrooms and garlic powder, cook for about 1-2 min, next add the onions and cook for another minute then add the shrimp.
8
Cook for about 3-5 minute or until the shrimp turns pink.
9
When the shrimp has cooked add the sauce mixture from the processor and any additional creole seasoning to suit your personal taste.
10
Bring this to a simmer then turn the heat down to med low.
11
Add the tomatoes and heat until the sauce thickens.
12
The heat needs to be low to keep the egg from curdling.
13
When the sauce has thickened add the drained pasta and toss until the pasta is coated.
14
Garnish with additional diced tomatoes or cheese if desired.

595

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces spaghetti or 12 ounces fettuccine, 2 cups low fat cottage cheese, ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated, ½ cup low-fat milk, and more.

Yes, Light Cajun Shrimp Alfredo falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light Cajun Shrimp Alfredo

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